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POLARIS Emerges From Grief With Powerful New Single And Video 'Without You'

At the crossroads of grief and exhilarating sonic potency, Sydney's POLARIS returns today with its first instalment of new music in three years, unleashing a brand new single, "Without You", via ADA in Australia and New Zealand and SharpTone Records for the remainder of the world. Born from unimagin...

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CARCASS Drummer's 'Family Situation' Forces Postponement Of Australia/New Zealand Tour

British extreme metal veterans CARCASS have been forced to postpone their Australian tour with BRUJERIA due to a "family situation" affecting their drummer Dan Wilding. On Wednesday, September 2, CARCASS released the following statement via social media: " We're incredibly sorry to announce that we...

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JOHN CORABI Says His Latest Departure From THE DEAD DAISIES Had Nothing To Do With GLENN HUGHES's Return For One-Off Live Show

In a new interview with Joseph Suto of Rock Show Critique, former MÖTLEY CRÜE frontman John Corabi, who released his latest solo album, "New Day", in April via Frontiers Music Srl, spoke about his latest departure from THE DEAD DAISIES, which was announced less than two months ago. He said (as trans...

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KITTIE: 'We Enjoyed' Live Concerts 'More Before' Advent Of Smartphones

Drummer Mercedes Lander and bassist Ivana "Ivy" Jenkins of KITTIE joined Oran O'Beirne at this year's edition of the U.K.'s Bloodstock Open Air festival to talk about the band's return, new music and what comes next. Following the release of the "Fire" album in 2024, Mercedes and Ivy discussed the p...

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ANGRA's RAFAEL BITTENCOURT On New Singer ALÍRIO NETTO: 'He's A Virtuoso, But He's Also A Friend'

In a new interview with Sakis Fragos of Rock Hard Greece, guitarist Rafael Bittencourt of long-running Brazilian metallers ANGRA spoke about the band's latest addition, singer Alírio Netto, who officially replaced longtime ANGRA vocalist Fabio Lione last November. Regarding how Alírio has been recei...

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See Official Trailer For NEIL PEART Documentary 'No One's Disciple'

A new documentary about late RUSH drummer Neil Peart, "Neil Peart: No One's Disciple", will receive its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. Directed by Scot McFadyen and Sam Dunn — who previously directed the 2010 RUSH documentary "Beyond The Lighted Stage" — the 96-minute fil...

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SAXON Announces 25th Studio Album 'Gods Of Thunder', Shares Title Track

British heavy metal legends SAXON return with "Gods Of Thunder", their new studio album that draws on history, fantasy, horror, ancient mythology, pagan rites and the enduring spirit of rock 'n' roll. "Gods Of Thunder" is set for release via Silver Lining Music on January 22, 2027. The brand new sin...

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BLIND ILLUSION To Release 'Stage Flight: Live At The UC Theatre' Live Album Featuring Original Vocalist DAVID WHITE

Progressive thrash metal pioneers BLIND ILLUSION will unleash a new live album, "Stage Flight: Live At The UC Theatre", on October 16, 2026 through Hectic Records/Bleeding Priest Records. The release captures a historic 2025 performance featuring original BLIND ILLUSION vocalist David White, recorde...

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MICHAEL SWEET Wouldn't Join KING DIAMOND's Band But STRYPER Would 'Absolutely' Tour With MERCYFUL FATE

In a new interview with Scott Itter of Dr. Music, STRYPER frontman Michael Sweet was asked if he would ever consider playing guitar for King Diamond's band, if the opportunity arose and the "numbers were right". He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "You mean, like be in [King's] band?...

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It's Official: PRETTY MAIDS To Return With New Studio Album In 2027

Frontiers Music Srl has announced the return of legendary Danish hard rockers PRETTY MAIDS, who are officially working on a brand-new studio album, set for release in 2027. The upcoming record will be the band's first new studio album since 2019's acclaimed "Undress Your Madness" and marks the begin...

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TRIUMPH's GIL MOORE On Second Leg Of 'Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded' Tour: 'It Was Hard To Say 'No' To LIVE NATION When They Wanted To Extend It'

In a new interview with WNST and Baltimore Positive founder Nestor Aparicio, drummer/vocalist Gil Moore of legendary Canadian rockers TRIUMPH spoke about the upcoming leg two of the "Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded" tour, continuing the band's 50th anniversary in music. Following a resonant return...

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EUROPE Shares Music Video For New Single 'Scandinavian Eyes' From Upcoming 'Come This Madness' Album

Swedish hard rock veterans EUROPE have released the new single "Scandinavian Eyes", the third track unveiled from their highly anticipated studio album, "Come This Madness", due on September 25 via Silver Lining Music. Built around a driving riff, an unmistakable chorus, soaring vocal lines and arra...

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JAY WEINBERG Opens Up About 'Seeking Therapy' Following SLIPKNOT Firing: 'It Finally Felt Like An Unlocking Of A Door'

In a new interview with Bryce Maopolski, the development manager at HeartSupport, a nonprofit healing the scene by providing free, music-based mental health support to fans, former SLIPKNOT drummer Jay Weinberg opened up about his journey of recovery and emotional healing following his unexpected No...

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Watch: BILLIE JOE ARMSTRONG, TRAVIS BARKER, TIM ARMSTRONG And CJ RAMONE Perform At Official RAMONES 50th-Anniversary Tribute

CRETIN FAMILY — a supergroup featuring Tim Armstrong (RANCID),Billie Joe Armstrong (GREEN DAY),Travis Barker (BLINK-182),CJ Ramone (RAMONES) and special surprise guests, including Billy Idol, comedian Fred Armisen and THE LINDA LINDAS, playing a set of RAMONES songs — performed live for the first t...

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IRON MAIDEN Kicks Off 2026 'Run For Your Lives' North American Tour In Toronto

British heavy metal legends IRON MAIDEN kicked off the North American leg of their "Run For Your Lives" tour Saturday night (August 29) at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Although most of the setlist has remained the same as the one for the 2025 leg of "Run For Your Lives", one notable...